Sep 30, 2014

Microsoft confirmed at the Windows event in San Francisco that consumers would want to give the new Windows 10 a try would be able to do so starting tomorrow thanks to a free Technical Preview as part of its new Windows Insider Program.

This new program will kick off tomorrow and will bring a downloadable version of Windows 10 preview for desktops and tablets, while servers will get their very own flavor at a later time. Other devices could also get an early build of the operating system, but no other specifics have been provided. The preview version will include many of the features that we heard about in the latest few months, including a Start menu, multiple desktops, a revamped command prompt and other features that are supposed to improve the desktop side of the platform.

At the same time, Microsoft has also presented a revamped Start screen, but the focus is clearly on the desktop, as the company wants to boost productivity as much as possible, as its two top executives said during the event. The preview version will be free for everyone, but keep in mind that Microsoft expects you to submit feedback and thus help the company improve features before the debut of the final product. Feedback forms will be available everywhere you look, including the Start menu, and will prompt you to submit your thoughts on specific features right after performing specific tasks, such as sending emails.

Windows 10 Preview will be part of the new insider programImage credits to Microsoft